Statistics around cybersecurity threats

• By 2022, worldwide cybersecurity spending is predicted to reach $133.7 billion.
• 71% of cybersecurity breaches are financially motivated, while 25% are motivated by espionage.

Financial inclusion statistics

• In order to stabilise youth unemployment in the Middle East, more than 60 million jobs need to be created this year.
•  52% of men in the Middle East are holding a bank account, compared to 35% of women.

COVID-19 statistics

• 75% of all coronavirus infections on the African continent can be found in the following countries: South Africa, Egypt, Tunisia, Algier, Morocco and Burkina Faso.
• In Morocco, 36% of coronavirus patients are older than 65 years. Those younger than 40 also account for 36%, while adults aged 40-65 years account for 28% of all coronavirus patients.

E-commerce statistics

• Amazon is the primary choice for 59% of online shoppers.
• Only 2.86% of e-commerce website visits convert into a purchase.

Statistics surrounding digital growth

• AI advancements are predicted to increase the Middle Eastern GDP by up to $320 million by 2030.
• In the GCC area, the implementation of 5G technology could increase generated revenues by $273 billion by 2028.